Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other at West Virginia Junior College-United Career Institute in Irwin, PA
Total Graduates
9
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
11%
1 of 9
Female Graduates
89%
8 of 9
Annual Tuition
$12,535
In-state rate
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$62,340
10-Year Job Growth
+2.6%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
SOC: 29-2061 | $49,872 | +2.6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Nursing Assistants
SOC: 31-1131 | $31,624 | +2.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$46,755
Peak Salary
$77,925
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Your Future Work Environment
Mixed
Setting
Moderate
Physical Demands
Small Team
Team Size
Occasional
Travel
Work Schedule
Indoor/Outdoor
Autonomy Level
Moderate
Overtime Expectations
Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare
Customer Interaction
Moderate
Technology & Tools You'll Master
Digital Literacy Required
ADVANCED
Technology Intensity
VERY_HIGH
● Essential Software
● Important Software
Digital Competencies You'll Develop
Note: This program will equip you with advanced level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other..
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Organization
- Data management
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?
Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value service orientation?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.